Upon arrival at Bhubaneswar airport, meet our tour representative who will help you with guided transfer to the hotel. Check-in and freshen up. Later on, get ready for a sightseeing tour starting with a visit to the Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves. Partly natural and partly artificial, the caves enjoy popularity for their historical, archaeological and religious importance. Once the dwelling retreats or blocks of the Jain monks, these caves have a distinctive aura. After this, you will be visiting the Lingaraja temple. The thousand-year-old spectacular specimen of Hindu architecture is truly awe-inspiring. Counted as one of the most revered places to visit, it is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The tranquility and the unique architecture spellbind the visitors. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Savor a hearty breakfast. Post this, check-out of the hotel and leave for Konark. The mystical city is a home to the Konark Sun Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dating back to the 13th century, the colossal chariot shaped temple is an architectural marvel and is dedicated to the Sun God. The skills of artisans and the intricate carvings present a sight to behold. Thereafter, visit the Chandrabhaga beach. Earlier it was considered the place of natural cure for lepers. The scenic beach holds the Blue Flag certification. Once done with the Konark sightseeing, head towards Puri. Complete the check-in formalities and freshen up quickly to visit the Puri Jagannath temple and the Gundicha temple. The former of the two is one of the holy places for Hindus as it is reckoned as one of the divine Char Dhams. The temple houses three astounding idols of Lord Jagannath, his elder brother Balabhadra and their sister Subhadra. Subsequently, you will be taken to the Gundicha temple. The sacred shrine is the concluding point of the very popular Rath Yatra. Pay homage at the temple and enjoy the evening leisurely. You can relax on the golden sand of the Puri beach or simply shop for some delights. An overnight stay is planned at the hotel.
Day 3 of the Heritage of Orissa tour starts early in the morning. Leave for Satpara, Chilika after satiating your hunger with delicious breakfast. India’s largest coastal lagoon, Chilika spreads over the Khurda, Puri and Gajnam districts. The brackish-water lagoon is famed for the spotting of beautiful, rare and endangered Irrawaddy Dolphins. The lake also preserves a wide variety of species of aquafauna, flora and fauna. A spectacular display of vibrant avian charms lures people to this scenic beach. Spend the rest of the day leisurely exploring the pleasures of the wetland. Post this, you will return to Puri. If you want, you can spend some time at the Puri temple. After a well-spent day, return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast in the hotel. Check-out after having your lunch. This is followed by a road trip to Bhubaneswar. There will be a halt en-route at Pipili. The small town enjoys popularity for designing beautiful Applique handicrafts. Brilliant artisans who are well-known for their colorful fabrics reside here. You are free to buy these remarkable fabrics as a souvenir. Next halt will be at Dhauli hills. Nestled on the banks of River Daya, the hill holds major edicts of Emperor Ashoka inscribed on the mass of rock. It is believed that the Kalinga War was fought at this spot. It is said the blood of deceased turned the river red during the war, which turned the heart of the Emperor to realize the harm associated with the war. In his redemption, he embraced Buddhism and built many stupas, chaityas and pillars here. Upon reaching Bhubaneswar, check-in and enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel.
This is the last day of the tour and you will be comfortably transferred to the airport once you are done with your breakfast.
Accommodation on twin Sharing Basis. Complimentary Breakfast. Exclusive A/c vehicle for transfers & sightseeing. All permit fees & hotel taxes (as per itinerary). Rates are valid for INDIAN NATIONALS only. GST Extra 5%
Services other than specified. Entrance fee at the monumental sites during the sightseeing Guide during the sightseeing Any expenses of personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone/fax calls. Any expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations, any accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes, etc. 5.0 % Government service tax Any tips to drivers, hotel staff, any meals apart from the ones mentioned above. Any other tax or service charge that could be enforced during this period will be extra & need to borne by you.
Package valid only for Indian nationals. Air tickets and hotels are subject to availability. It is mandatory for guests to present valid photo identification at the time of check-in. The identification proofs accepted are Driving License, Voters Card, Passport, Ration Card. Without valid ID the guest will not be allowed to check in. Note- PAN Cards will not be accepted as a valid ID card. All transfers and sightseeing are as per the Itinerary/package and in case of Air Conditioned vehicles, It will be switched off in the hills. The inclusion of extra bed with a booking is facilitated with a folding cot or a mattress as an extra bed. Early check-in or late check-out is subject to availability and may be chargeable by the hotel. The standard check-in time is 1300hrs and the standard check-out time is 1000hrs. Any kind of personal expenses (Laundry, room service etc..) or optional tours/ extra meals are not inclusive in the package cost. The hotel reserves the right of admission. Accommodation can be denied to guests posing as a couple if suitable proof of identification is not presented at check-in. Via.com will not be responsible for any check-in denied by the hotel due to the aforesaid reason. In case of non-availability of above mentioned hotels similar category hotel will be provided. reserves the right to change/modify or terminate the offer any time at its own discretion and without any prior notice.
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